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 Essay For Promotion To First Degree
Courtesy Black Belt

Integrity

Perseverance

Self-Control

Indomitable Spirit
Michael Lindsay
Tae Kwon-Do Essay For Promotion To 1st Degree Black Belt
Tae Kwon Do is a form of martial art training from Korea that is derived from ancient martial arts that are over 2000 years old. Tae Kwon Do's goal is to help the student grow and develop in the areas of: courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self control and indomindible spirit. Tae Kwon Do is NOT as the movies show , a violent military group that teaches students to beat up people. Tae Kwon Do IS a very good method of mental and physical training that is year-round.
In Tae Kwon-Do once we start training we are taught five tenets. We are told to use these in everyday life in and out of the dojang. These tenets are courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self control and indomitable spirit. Both an instructor and his students are required to show these tenets in everyday life and to anyone they meet but they should also demonstrate these tenets when both training and instructing.
The dictionary definition of courtesy is: Polite behaviour, A polite gesture or remark and Willingness or generosity in providing something needed. A instructor will show this tenet by noticing and acknowledging when a student has tried his best and can no longer do a given exercise or can not perform a technique, he should say a polite encouraging statement like good job etc. so that the student feels he is doing well and the instructor is committing a polite act. An instructor also will encourage a student at tournaments and congratulate them on testing and achieving a new rank. Another way an instructor can show courtesy is by listening to and answering any questions comments or concerns a student or a students parents may have.
The student can demonstrate this tenet by always trying his/her best and replying to instructors questions by either Yes maam or Yes Sir this shows respect to the instructor and make him/her feel like their students respect them and are willing to listen and be instructed. A way students show courtesy is co-operating with their partner by not putting them down and actually encouraging them especially when they are struggling to complete an instruction. Other ways include helping your partner up when performing self-defence, not striking a partner in sparring with intention to harm them, exercising caution when sparring so no personal injuries occur or any injuries to their partner either.
The most common way a student and instructor alike will show courtesy is bowing. This demonstrates respect and courtesy to the instructor for teaching the class and to the students for both attending and listening to his/her instruction.
A Tae Kwon-Do practitioner shows this tenet outside of the dojang by doing simple things such as listening to there parents for example. Another way would be to not insult people or try to be-little anyone or anything. Also things like using manners and being polite to everyone. These are just but a few of the ways a Tae Kwon-Do practitioner can show courtesy in their everyday life.
I personally believe that without one of these tenets life if terrible. Especially without courtesy human would basically kill themselves emotionally. Courtesy is one of if not the most essential tenet. For example how would we meet new people with out starting a fight, how would we greet our parents or children in the morning or for that matter even our teachers. So when training in Tae Kwon-Do must be exercised when talking to friends, our instructors. This tenet should always be shown no matter what the situation because at all times you are representing the martial art of Tae Kwon-Do and your club also.
Being courteous isnt just simply being constantly happy courtesy is being kind. Its being considerate and acknowledging others with out judging them.
Integrity
: The Dictionary Definition of integrity is a strict adherence to a moral or ethical code.
Moral Codes Of Integrity:
Honesty: As a student, instructor and person honesty is important in all aspects of life. It is important because it is the building blocks of everything from friendships to business. Without honesty you have destroyed your integrity as a person. As an instructor honesty is shown when correcting mistakes so the student knows what he/she is doing is either correct or incorrect. As a student honesty is shown by practicing when an instructor asks you to. Also student shows this moral value by not exaggerating his/her accomplishments in an attempt to boast.
Humility: The definition of humility is attitude, or spirit is not arrogant or prideful.
Ways humility is shown by everyone in Tae Kwon-Do is by bowing upon entry into and exit out of the dojang. Other ways include everyone wears the same uniform showing that our only differences are our belts, we do not boast or brag about our skills and accomplishments.
Compassion: The definition of compassion is Deep awareness of the suffering of another coupled with the wish to relieve it. For example if a student is injured or struggling with a technique or exercise we would not laugh or make fun of that individual but we would encourage or help them (show compassion). We show compassion outside of the dojang by helping younger children at school, helping others in need, giving to charity and other helpful things.
Understanding: Understanding is not being narrow minded toward any concerns that a student, parent or instructor may have regarding Tae Kwon-Do. Outside of Tae Kwon-Do understanding is realizing and acknowledge different peoples ideas, opinions and their point of view.
This tenet should be exercised by both student and teacher. For example if an instructor didnt show integrity by telling a student that what he was doing was a good job when it wasnt come testing time the student will not do well and this will make the whole situation worse and may lead to the student quitting Tae Kwon-Do. An example of why a student should show this tenet is if an instructor tells him to practice and the student says he will but upon arriving home after class he completely forgets what his instructor has told him. The next day he comes to class and the teacher asks to see what the student was told to practice. The student attempts to remember the fragments of his pattern which he should have practiced but the instructor notices he hasnt been practicing immediately and has to waste the other students time be going over the pattern again with the student which prevents the other students in his/her class from learning or practicing any further.
Integrity also means being true to yourself and others. Do not put down or be little anything that you are doing if it is good even if you think the contrary. On the other hand never convince yourself that some thing that needs improvement shouldntt be practiced because you think it is just great or you are doing it well.
Integrity also applies to life outside of the dojang not just during training. For example a Tae Kwon-Do practitioner should never steal nor should anyone. A practitioner should also never lie not even if its a white lie that wont hurt anyone. This shows that the student will not try to cause harm. By showing integrity on the street people will respect you and notice you as an honest person people can respect this will be a good thing as it will make others want to begin Tae Kwon-Do training in hopes of being like you.
When used as a virtue term, integrity refers to a quality of a person's character
A person of integrity is willing to bear the consequences of their convictions, even when this is difficult.
Perseverance: The dictionary definition of perseverance is To never give up in the pursuit of one's goals. People should welcome challenges, because challenges cause us to grow and improve. A student will show perseverance by completing an exercise without giving up even when it is hard. A student should preserver no matter what the task from anything as simple to completing a set of pushups to doing a extremely hard technique that they have just learned. Perseverance relates to everything in Tae Kwon-Do.
Ways an instructor shows perseverance are: Continuing to correct the same thing on the same student for days in a row, constantly having to tell a student how a proper exercise is done or sometimes dealing with a handicapped person or someone with a disability. These circumstances must be dealt with by using perseverance and being courteous to the students.
Outside of Tae Kwon-Do there are many ways I use, need and call upon the tenet of perseverance. Drawing on my inner strength helps in many everyday situations such as: school sports, soccer, fencing, practicing at home and training for my up and coming test.
Perseverance is required to do many things that without it one couldnt do such as doing an exercise until you cant physically do it anymore. To achieve perseverance is essential to Tae Kwon-Do Training and advancing to the next level.
Perseverance help you learn and acquire new skills in many different things such as learning to drive, completing a level on a video game, math, learning a new language, and dealing with rude students at school.
THERE THATS WHAT I HAVE SO FAR
Courtesy Black Belt

Integrity

Perseverance

Self-Control

Indomitable Spirit
Michael Lindsay
Tae Kwon-Do Essay For Promotion To 1st Degree Black Belt
Tae Kwon Do is a form of martial art training from Korea that is derived from ancient martial arts that are over 2000 years old. Tae Kwon Do's goal is to help the student grow and develop in the areas of: courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self control and indomindible spirit. Tae Kwon Do is NOT as the movies show , a violent military group that teaches students to beat up people. Tae Kwon Do IS a very good method of mental and physical training that is year-round.
In Tae Kwon-Do once we start training we are taught five tenets. We are told to use these in everyday life in and out of the dojang. These tenets are courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self control and indomitable spirit. Both an instructor and his students are required to show these tenets in everyday life and to anyone they meet but they should also demonstrate these tenets when both training and instructing.
The dictionary definition of courtesy is: Polite behaviour, A polite gesture or remark and Willingness or generosity in providing something needed. A instructor will show this tenet by noticing and acknowledging when a student has tried his best and can no longer do a given exercise or can not perform a technique, he should say a polite encouraging statement like good job etc. so that the student feels he is doing well and the instructor is committing a polite act. An instructor also will encourage a student at tournaments and congratulate them on testing and achieving a new rank. Another way an instructor can show courtesy is by listening to and answering any questions comments or concerns a student or a students parents may have.
The student can demonstrate this tenet by always trying his/her best and replying to instructors questions by either Yes maam or Yes Sir this shows respect to the instructor and make him/her feel like their students respect them and are willing to listen and be instructed. A way students show courtesy is co-operating with their partner by not putting them down and actually encouraging them especially when they are struggling to complete an instruction. Other ways include helping your partner up when performing self-defence, not striking a partner in sparring with intention to harm them, exercising caution when sparring so no personal injuries occur or any injuries to their partner either.
The most common way a student and instructor alike will show courtesy is bowing. This demonstrates respect and courtesy to the instructor for teaching the class and to the students for both attending and listening to his/her instruction.
A Tae Kwon-Do practitioner shows this tenet outside of the dojang by doing simple things such as listening to there parents for example. Another way would be to not insult people or try to be-little anyone or anything. Also things like using manners and being polite to everyone. These are just but a few of the ways a Tae Kwon-Do practitioner can show courtesy in their everyday life.
I personally believe that without one of these tenets life if terrible. Especially without courtesy human would basically kill themselves emotionally. Courtesy is one of if not the most essential tenet. For example how would we meet new people with out starting a fight, how would we greet our parents or children in the morning or for that matter even our teachers. So when training in Tae Kwon-Do must be exercised when talking to friends, our instructors. This tenet should always be shown no matter what the situation because at all times you are representing the martial art of Tae Kwon-Do and your club also.
Being courteous isnt just simply being constantly happy courtesy is being kind. Its being considerate and acknowledging others with out judging them.
Integrity
: The Dictionary Definition of integrity is a strict adherence to a moral or ethical code.
Moral Codes Of Integrity:
Honesty: As a student, instructor and person honesty is important in all aspects of life. It is important because it is the building blocks of everything from friendships to business. Without honesty you have destroyed your integrity as a person. As an instructor honesty is shown when correcting mistakes so the student knows what he/she is doing is either correct or incorrect. As a student honesty is shown by practicing when an instructor asks you to. Also student shows this moral value by not exaggerating his/her accomplishments in an attempt to boast.
Humility: The definition of humility is attitude, or spirit is not arrogant or prideful.
Ways humility is shown by everyone in Tae Kwon-Do is by bowing upon entry into and exit out of the dojang. Other ways include everyone wears the same uniform showing that our only differences are our belts, we do not boast or brag about our skills and accomplishments.
Compassion: The definition of compassion is Deep awareness of the suffering of another coupled with the wish to relieve it. For example if a student is injured or struggling with a technique or exercise we would not laugh or make fun of that individual but we would encourage or help them (show compassion). We show compassion outside of the dojang by helping younger children at school, helping others in need, giving to charity and other helpful things.
Understanding: Understanding is not being narrow minded toward any concerns that a student, parent or instructor may have regarding Tae Kwon-Do. Outside of Tae Kwon-Do understanding is realizing and acknowledge different peoples ideas, opinions and their point of view.
This tenet should be exercised by both student and teacher. For example if an instructor didnt show integrity by telling a student that what he was doing was a good job when it wasnt come testing time the student will not do well and this will make the whole situation worse and may lead to the student quitting Tae Kwon-Do. An example of why a student should show this tenet is if an instructor tells him to practice and the student says he will but upon arriving home after class he completely forgets what his instructor has told him. The next day he comes to class and the teacher asks to see what the student was told to practice. The student attempts to remember the fragments of his pattern which he should have practiced but the instructor notices he hasnt been practicing immediately and has to waste the other students time be going over the pattern again with the student which prevents the other students in his/her class from learning or practicing any further.
Integrity also means being true to yourself and others. Do not put down or be little anything that you are doing if it is good even if you think the contrary. On the other hand never convince yourself that some thing that needs improvement shouldntt be practiced because you think it is just great or you are doing it well.
Integrity also applies to life outside of the dojang not just during training. For example a Tae Kwon-Do practitioner should never steal nor should anyone. A practitioner should also never lie not even if its a white lie that wont hurt anyone. This shows that the student will not try to cause harm. By showing integrity on the street people will respect you and notice you as an honest person people can respect this will be a good thing as it will make others want to begin Tae Kwon-Do training in hopes of being like you.
When used as a virtue term, integrity refers to a quality of a person's character
A person of integrity is willing to bear the consequences of their convictions, even when this is difficult.
Perseverance: The dictionary definition of perseverance is To never give up in the pursuit of one's goals. People should welcome challenges, because challenges cause us to grow and improve. A student will show perseverance by completing an exercise without giving up even when it is hard. A student should preserver no matter what the task from anything as simple to completing a set of pushups to doing a extremely hard technique that they have just learned. Perseverance relates to everything in Tae Kwon-Do.
Ways an instructor shows perseverance are: Continuing to correct the same thing on the same student for days in a row, constantly having to tell a student how a proper exercise is done or sometimes dealing with a handicapped person or someone with a disability. These circumstances must be dealt with by using perseverance and being courteous to the students.
Outside of Tae Kwon-Do there are many ways I use, need and call upon the tenet of perseverance. Drawing on my inner strength helps in many everyday situations such as: school sports, soccer, fencing, practicing at home and training for my up and coming test.
Perseverance is required to do many things that without it one couldnt do such as doing an exercise until you cant physically do it anymore. To achieve perseverance is essential to Tae Kwon-Do Training and advancing to the next level.
Perseverance help you learn and acquire new skills in many different things such as learning to drive, completing a level on a video game, math, learning a new language, and dealing with rude students at school.
THERE THATS WHAT I HAVE SO FAR
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